New Yorkers are urged to take proper precautions ahead of winter weather expected to impact parts of the state beginning tonight through Thanksgiving Day and continuing through the weekend. Winter Storm Watches have been issued from Friday through … [Read more...]
Latest News from Jamestown NY
The latest community news from the Jamestown, N.Y. and the Chautauqua County Region.
Chautauqua Institution Receives $4.7 Million For Research, Infrastructure Investments on Chautauqua Lake
Chautauqua Institution is receiving a $4.7 million grant to sustain scientific research and related infrastructure investments on Chautauqua Lake. Institution President Michael Hill said the New York State Environmental Facilities Corporation … [Read more...]
Thanksgiving Dinner Costs Less Than 2023
The annual Thanksgiving feast will cost you less than last year, but it will still be more expensive than before the pandemic. That's according to the American Farm Bureau Federation’s 39th annual Thanksgiving dinner survey. The survey provides … [Read more...]
‘Light Up The Point’ Event Coming To Bemus Point on Saturday
Bemus Point's "Light Up The Point" event is happening this Saturday. From noon to 7:00 p.m., visitors can enjoy a Holiday Market in the Skillmans/EBC parking lot, featuring a variety of vendors, including kettle corn. Additionally, Bemus Point … [Read more...]
Audubon Participating in Small Business Saturday
The Audubon Community Nature Center and the Blue Heron Gift Shop are also participating in Small Business Saturday on November 30. The center will offer free hot cocoa and cookies, free admission, and discounts in the gift shop and on new Nature … [Read more...]
Jamestown BPU Will Be Closed Thanksgiving Through Nov. 29
Jamestown Board of Public Utilities offices will be closed on Thursday, November 28, and Friday, November 29, in observance of Thanksgiving. The Customer Service Office reopens for business at 9 a.m. Monday, December 2. Garbage and recycling … [Read more...]
Jamestown City Council Passes 2025 Budget With 3.6% Tax Increase
Jamestown City Council has approved a budget for 2025 with a 3.6% tax increase. This tax increase is half of what was initially proposed in Mayor Kim Ecklund's executive budget. Council passed nine amendments to the executive budget. Those … [Read more...]
Chautauqua CARES Receives $1.3 Million To Support Those With Substance Use Disorders
A county-wide collaboration to improve support services for people with substance use disorders has received $1.3 million from the U.S. Department of Justice. U.S. Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer and U.S. Senator Kirsten Gillibrand announced … [Read more...]
Jamestown Public Schools Announce Inclement Weather Procedures
Jamestown Public Schools has announced procedures for school closures and delays when it comes to inclement weather. Delays or closures will be announced on area radio and television stations, as well as posted to the district's Facebook page and … [Read more...]
Amy Rohler To Receive 2024 Pam Lydic Coalition Builder Award
Amy Rohler has been selected to receive the Pam Lydic Coalition Builder Award for 2024. The CHQ Chamber Board of Directors selected Rohler, who is the Executive Director of the United Ways of Chautauqua County. Under her leadership, the two United … [Read more...]
